Find & Apply For CNC Operator Jobs in Glenview, Illinois

Is this your kind of shop? Do you like bouncing between machines and keeping a cell humming? Are calipers, micrometers, and gauges your go-to tools? Do blueprint tolerances motivate you to get every detail right? If you're nodding along, our Glenview, IL team would love to talk. What you'll impact Set up, load, and run CNC mills, lathes, and multitasking equipment Monitor multiple machines during production to maintain flow and efficiency Load and tweak programs to preserve part quality and takt time Measure parts with calipers, micrometers, and gauges to confirm specs Conduct in-process checks to meet blueprint requirements Diagnose small issues; report significant malfunctions to maintenance or supervisors Maintain coolant, check tooling condition, and keep machines/area clean Move raw material and finished parts between machines; manage loading and unloading Follow safety policies and company quality standards Document production activities, inspections, and deviations Must-haves Experience as a CNC Operator or Machinist (preferred) Ability to read/interpret blueprints and technical drawings Knowledge of precision measurement and inspection methods Basic understanding of G-code or CNC controls (preferred but not required depending on level) High attention to detail and the ability to multitask Comfort standing for long periods and lifting moderate weights How you work Strong time management and organization Mechanical aptitude; quick problem solver Collaborative and independent when needed Quality- and efficiency-driven Dependable, punctual, and safety-conscious Shop setting Manufacturing/production floor Fast-paced machining environment Exposure to machinery, coolant, and metalworking processes Your toolkit CNC Programming Machines and tech you'll use CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC) (Fanuc, Okuma, Dmg Mori Seiki, Hurco, Haas, ProtoTRAK, Brother, Mazak, Makino, Bridgeport, Kitamura, Doosan, Hwachon) CNC Swiss Lathe (Tsugami, Hanwha, Star, Citizen, Yama-Seiki, Nomura, Index, Eurotech, Tornos, Ganesh) CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC) (Fanuc, Kitamura, Okuma, Hwachon, Haas, Dmg Mori Seiki, Mazak, Mikron, Mitsubishi, Matsuura) Where you'll be On-site in Glenview, IL with a collaborative, supportive team that prizes craftsmanship and continuous improvement.